Construction Purchasing Agent

Responsibilities

• Drive comprehensive project documentation and facilitate communication among cross-functional stakeholders
• Manage the PO process to ensure alignment with project specifications and budgets
• Independently manage the budget lifecycle, including approvals, adjustments, variance analysis, and performance optimization strategies
• Ensure agreements are structured to maximize company value and leverage knowledge of local construction costs
• Lead trade partner performance reviews using Blueprint scorecards; identify improvement areas and build long-term partnerships
• Attend home and prototype walks to understand project field adjustments, HVAC placements, and trade execution
• Independently manage complex blueprint changes, update templates, and contribute to cross-functional product development
• Ensure timely PO releases aligned with construction schedules
• Enter budgets into Homebound’s platform to initiate new projects
  ** Contribute to the development of scopes of work, unit pricing, and supplier/trade contract documentation
• Use Homebound’s proprietary technology to manage workflows and drive efficiency

• 4+ years of experience in Purchasing or related roles within custom or production homebuilding
• Degree in Construction Management, Building Sciences, or related field preferred
• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets or Excel for data entry and tracking
• Familiarity with MEP systems and their integration into residential projects
• Working knowledge of local building codes and their application
• Estimating experience using tools such as Plan Swift or On-Screen Takeoffs
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction documents
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams - especially Growth, Construction Operations, and Finance - to solve key business problems
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Demonstrates expertise in project management within the homebuilding industry, focusing on budget lifecycle management, cross-functional collaboration, and effective communication. Proficient in utilizing technology to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure compliance with local building codes.

• Project Management
• Budget Lifecycle Management
• Estimating Experience
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Proficiency in Google Sheets

• Purchasing
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Data Entry
• Variance Analysis
• Performance Optimization
• MEP Systems Familiarity
• Construction Document Management
• Unit Pricing Development
• Contract Documentation
• Analytical Skills

• Problem-Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Skills

• Custom Homebuilding
• Production Homebuilding
• Local Building Codes
• Trade Partner Performance
• Construction Management

• Homebound’s Platform
• Plan Swift
• On-Screen Takeoffs
• Google Sheets
• Excel